2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Sequoia | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |